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Fourth of July Message from NGAUS President

Retired Brig. Gen. Roy Robinson, the NGAUS president, has these words for association members on the eve of the nation’s 242nd birthday: “The American flag on the sleeve of our uniform is a constant reminder of the ideals we swore to uphold and... Read More Details

Army National Guard JLTV Procurement

The Issue The Army National Guard is an operational force that consistently deploys in support of overseas combat operations performing the same missions as the Active Component and provides domestic emergency response. Yet, it is not equipped in the... Read More Details

Fiscal 2019 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA)

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Eating Disorders Rise Among Military Members

The diagnosis of eating disorders among service members rose 26 percent over a five-year period, according to a study, which also suggests the increase may be higher. The Defense Health Agency’s Medical Surveillance Monthly Report found diagnoses of... Read More Details

Staff Writer Journeys Far to Join NGAUS

William Rohrs has joined NGAUS as staff writer in the communications department. He will write stories for NATIONAL GUARD, the award-winning NGAUS membership publication, and contribute to other association communications products. A native of... Read More Details

NGAUS Hosts Company Grades in Nation’s Capital

Gen. Joseph L. Lengyel, the chief of the National Guard Bureau, advocated for NGAUS Monday when he addressed about 40 Guard company-grade officers at the National Guard Memorial, the association headquarters. “I have come to see this organization... Read More Details

Army Designs New PT Test for Combat Tasks

Army senior leaders have approved a new strenuous fitness test designed to better prepare soldiers for combat tasks, reduce injuries and save money. The six-event readiness assessment, called the Army Combat Fitness Test, is intended to replace the... Read More Details

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Big Test

The Army's new physical-training test goes service-wide this month, and for many soldiers, it could be a big adjustment. Dubbed the Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT), it is a more comprehensive assessment of the functional strength required on the... Read More Details